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Original Expressionist Etching, 1914 – Contemplative Portrait of an Elderly Man
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Lochristi, BelgiumOn Whoppah since July 2024 • 13 sales
Product description
This original ink etching, signed F.D. and dated 1914, depicts an elderly man absorbed in deep thought. His gaze turns inward rather than outward, conveying reflection, memory, and quiet gravity. Created on the eve of the First World War, the work carries an unmistakable sense of introspection and uncertainty.
The portrait is rendered with confident, expressive cross-hatching. The lines are dense and purposeful, shaping not only the face but also the psychological presence of the sitter. There is no overt drama here — instead, a restrained intensity that recalls early 20th-century Expressionism, where emotion is conveyed through structure, shadow, and silence.
Though the artist remains unidentified, the technical assurance and emotional depth suggest a trained hand, familiar with the expressive portrait traditions emerging in Europe during the early 1900s. The work was acquired near Antwerp, adding to its historical and regional resonance.
The etching is housed in a simple, more recent wooden frame with a black mount, allowing the image to remain the focal point. Protected behind glass. A strong, atmospheric work well suited to a study, library, music room, or refined interior where art is meant to be contemplated rather than merely decorative.
Details
Artist: signed F.D.
Year: 1914
Technique: ink etching on paper
Condition: good vintage condition, consistent with age
Dimensions
Framed:
73 × 53 cm
Depth: 1 cm
Etching:
50 × 40 cm
Glass panel included.
Will be carefully and professionally packed for safe transport.
Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsBlackMaterialPaperNumber of items1OrientationPortraitArt sizeMediumHeight73 cmWidth53 cmSigns of usageScratches
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Lochristi, BelgiumOn Whoppah since July 2024 • 13 sales